Make Planks Harder With Movement
For beginners, static planks are great exercises to establish core strength and endurance. They are also incredibly beneficial if you’re dealing with chronic low back pain.
However, the more you dedicate enough time to train your core properly, the more you’ll progress. At that point, static planks won’t provide the best return.
So as you get stronger, the more you’ll need to challenge your body. We’ve learned that it’s better to make planks harder with MOVEMENT instead of making them longer. And dynamic planks make for a great progression!
The Stir-the-Pot is one of our absolute favourite variations because it checks so many of the core exercise boxes:
✅Improves stability of the spine & pelvis.
✅Builds core endurance.
✅Improves low back pain.
✅Transfers into functional movement.
✅It’s a new challenge.
✅It’s fun!
All you need is an inflatable exercise ball. We recommend 6-8 full circles in each direction.
Key Cues:
✅Maintain proper plank position.
✅Hips don’t sag or raise.
✅Keep forearms parallel.
✅Brace abs and glutes.
✅No movement from hips, low back or pelvis.
✅Bigger circles = more challenging.
This variation is will definitely put you up for a challenge! 🚨 Warning: This exercise may make you feel like a badass with super hard abs.
Always remember, motion is lotion. We encourage you to Move Well, Live Well™.
If you’re interested in moving, feeling and/or performing better, please don’t hesitate to contact us. We’d be happy to help.